Higher Certificate in Network Systems Practice at Boston City Campus (Pty) Ltd

Programme overview

Study the Higher Certificate in Network Systems Practice online with Boston City Campus. This NQF Level 5 qualification develops practical skills in networking, cloud computing, systems support, and network administration. Recognised for advanced placement on the Boston Diploma in Network Systems, and considered by the South African Matriculation Board for endorsement of bachelor’s degree study, it prepares students for entry-level roles such as IT Technician, Junior Network Administrator, Cloud Support Associate, and Technical Support Analyst through flexible distance learning with dedicated academic support.

Faculty: Information Communications Technologies (ICT) | Duration: 1 Year (min) – 3 Years (max) | Study mode: distance | Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Modules listed on the programme page include: Computer Literacy (Word, Word Advanced, Outlook); Academic Literacy; Technical Systems and Support (A+); Introduction to Business Management; Network+ Preparation (N+); Microsoft Azure Fundamentals; Praxis (Microsoft Azure Administrator, Foundation Project); Programme Outcomes; Communicate effectively using relevant software applications.; Interpret general business principles..

Career pathways

Possible employment opportunities listed by the programme page include: IT Support Analyst; IT Support Specialist; IT Technician; Junior Network Administrator; Junior Network Engineer; Junior Systems Administrator; Junior Systems Engineer; Junior Security Specialist.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum requirement for admission into the higher certificate is a: National Senior Certificate (NSC), with English as one of the subjects passed and with endorsement for admission to Higher Certificate studies; or National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V)), with English as one of the subjects passed and with endorsement for admission to Higher Certificate studies; or Prior to 2009, Senior Certificate with English as one of the subjects passed.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Two higher education intakes per year: January to February and June to July. Applications can be made at any time to start in the following cycle.

There is no fixed closing date; applications can be made at any time for the next intake cycle (January to February or June to July). Boston does not charge application fees.

Boston City Campus does not charge application fees.

Apply through the official page: https://www.boston.ac.za/apply/

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